Mexican Quinoa

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This Mexican-style quinoa can be a healthier alternative to Mexican or Spanish rice. The gluten-free quinoa adds protein, fiber, and great taste while keeping all the flavor and spices of your usual Mexican or Spanish rice dish.

Submitted by Occasional Cooker
Updated on February 13, 2023
close up view of Mexican Quinoa with tomatoes, onions and fresh herbs, on a white plate
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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed

  • 1 small onion, chopped

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped (Optional)

  • 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers (such as RO*TEL®)

  • 1 envelope gluten-free taco seasoning mix

  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth

  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir quinoa and onion in hot oil until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and jalapeño pepper to quinoa mixture and cook until garlic is fragrant and slightly softened, 1 or 2 more minutes.

  2. Mix undrained can of diced tomatoes with green chile peppers, taco seasoning mix, and chicken broth into quinoa mixture. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until liquid has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Stir in cilantro.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

244 Calories
6g Fat
38g Carbs
8g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 244
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g 8%
Saturated Fat 1g 4%
Cholesterol 2mg 1%
Sodium 986mg 43%
Total Carbohydrate 38g 14%
Dietary Fiber 5g 17%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 8g 16%
Vitamin C 8mg 9%
Calcium 23mg 2%
Iron 0mg 2%
Potassium 129mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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